Battlefield 3

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7.5

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  1. Jacksonator
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This is THE BEST!!!! GAME!!! EVER!!!! i will never have to buy another game ever. I am so thankful dice has created this. I am i love with battlefield now. Oh, and one more thing MW3
  2. vatuveiexpress
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This is the greatest online game i have ever played! it takes down MW3 in its sleep and will become the biggest inline game ever! battlefield is wicked and is the best game ever!
  3. Cuauhtblanco
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    This game overall is a really good game. The graphics are amazing but still faces glitches. Will playing the Campaign I actually enjoyed, not the best I have seen but it was good. The one thing I can say though is that the servers are just terrible hopefully thats is fixed soon. Overall its a really good game with and outstanding Multiplayer.
  4. Jacksonator36
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is the perfect mix of destruction, vehicles, maps and weapons. DICE has done has done a great job and have perfected the FPS genre with this release. I have bought MW3 and this and i will probably never play MW3 after the 2 hours i played yesterday. DICE+EA+Battlefield= ****
  5. OnionPower
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is the best first person shooter i have ever tried! i love to play multiplayer, with jets, tanks and lots of other vehicles, coop is really fun too, i love to play it with my friend and other people on-line. The story is also good, i haven't played trough the whole story yet, but i am enjoying every second of it! I really recommend this game!
  6. Shadowthor99
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    A great game with an okay single player and an amzing multipalyer. Also there is co-op which is pretty good aswell. The game is realistic so that you can't sit there and fire a heavy machine gun from twenty feat away and overall it is a fun package that any fan should check out
  7. jack23
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    sp is good , nothing new but as good as any other sp fps out there.
    mp is good, very team based , love the fact is has real bullet drop and such and that im able to able to blow almost everything up................walls in the way ..so the tank at it till its gone and drive over the rubble.
    being able to spot enemies for your team just adds to the team work. huge maps , huge amount of    sp is good , nothing new but as good as any other sp fps out there.
    mp is good, very team based , love the fact is has real bullet drop and such and that im able to able to blow almost everything up................walls in the way ..so the tank at it till its gone and drive over the rubble.
    being able to spot enemies for your team just adds to the team work.
    huge maps , huge amount of tanks, jets , helis , jeeps , apc , anti air craft guns , boats and so on which can all be upgraded .
    all in all a very good war simulator wish i could learn to actually fly the jets though , there is room for improvment thats clear but its still the best most realistic war game out there.    … Expand
  8. Fickelbra
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    DICE put forth a great effort for this title. I will start off by saying that this title has been riddled with issues since launch. Issues with multiplayer have been rampant, from servers being down, to voice chat on PS3 being choppy, etc. The takeway from these issues however is the fact that despite how frustrating they can be, I simply cannot justify putting the game down. The graphicsDICE put forth a great effort for this title. I will start off by saying that this title has been riddled with issues since launch. Issues with multiplayer have been rampant, from servers being down, to voice chat on PS3 being choppy, etc. The takeway from these issues however is the fact that despite how frustrating they can be, I simply cannot justify putting the game down. The graphics look a lot better and brighter, while at the same time the darks are a lot darker and ominous. There is so much depth and customization involved in the multiplayer that the game is hard to put down. Do you feel like sniping, healing? Perhaps a tank is more your style, or a jet, or a helicopter? Grab a gunner seat if you can't pilot. Or perhaps you want to boogie around the landscape with little more than 4 wheels and a prayer. Got that too. The real value in Battlefield is that there are so many strategies and ways to approach a specific map or firefight, and all of them are pretty damned fun. I have no tried single player yet, but I have never cared about single player in any Battlefield game. To me, it simply goes against what Battlefield began as; a great multiplayer experience that allows you to conduct what is arguably the closest demonstration of a war scenario to date. Finally, does it stack up with Modern Warfare 3? I don't know, it depends on how much you like Modern Warfare 2, because that is all that 3 is. Developer DICE rolled the dice with this game, and overall I think time will show they chose wisely with this endeavor.… Expand
  9. kdog5691
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Best "Modern" shooter I have played to date, the sheer destruction in the game is worth the buy alone. The graphics are amazing and this game is so much more realistic than a certain other FPS franchise. The multiplayer in this game is amazing. Forget single-player. The game deserves a 10 for multiplayer alone. Although people are bashing on the single player, I found it to be actuallyBest "Modern" shooter I have played to date, the sheer destruction in the game is worth the buy alone. The graphics are amazing and this game is so much more realistic than a certain other FPS franchise. The multiplayer in this game is amazing. Forget single-player. The game deserves a 10 for multiplayer alone. Although people are bashing on the single player, I found it to be actually very involving and pretty intense at some parts although it may be short I had a good time playing it through. If you are playing this game on full surround sound or with a nice headset you will feel like you are on a battlefield. I love this game. The multiplayer squads are a great way to play with 3 or 4 friends and take control of a game.… Expand
  10. Abingor
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    The campaign plot is not so good but the Multiplayer section is definitely awesome. But I think EA can build a training scene for noobs so they know how to use those jet fighters and vehicles instead of wasting those tactical advantages like crap.

    Frostbite 2 - Huge leap on the graphics effects. EA finally ditched Windows XP/DirectX 9 support, I'd say this is very brave and great act.
  11. GTODaddy73
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Well after getting a chance to play both of the "big releases" this year I have to say that the FPS winner is BF3. For the following reasons

    1. Large maps...yeah, yeah it slows down the game sometimes. Guess what that does....makes it more real. More room to move means more room to flank, over bound, shoot and communicate. 2. Better weapon physics and customization.....bullet    Well after getting a chance to play both of the "big releases" this year I have to say that the FPS winner is BF3. For the following reasons

    1. Large maps...yeah, yeah it slows down the game sometimes. Guess what that does....makes it more real. More room to move means more room to flank, over bound, shoot and communicate.

    2. Better weapon physics and customization.....bullet drop, loss of kinetic energy at range, shot guns that work past 50ft. For example you can get a 8x scope on your M16, but be prepared take a few shots before the guy goes down.....5.56 doesn't have knock down power over 350 yards. The fact that you can take a AK-74M and add a actual ACOG to it (once you've proved your worth with the weapon) is just cool.

    3. Varying MP sessions....Rush, fast paced survival fest that's a little TDM, a little capture the flag. Conquest, HQ style but the flag placements make you have to choose whether you stay and defend or chase down the next one. TDM......nuff said. Then, to top it off you got squad versions of this all.

    4. Vehicles.....powerful tools that aren't too overpowering and can be taken out with good team work, plus they all drive different and all have their strengths and weaknesses. (i.e. the M1 can take more hits but the T-90, or 72 cant remember, coax can almost shoot straight up for air defense).

    There are some issues that have to be worked out like getting in and out of some rooms on some of the maps and debris/object that should be easily scalable or movable being impossible to do either to. Overall though the game delivers a solid shot in the arm for the FPS genre of gaming will probably spend 90% of the holidays in my Xbox.    … Expand
  12. nichollz
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Firstly I'm basing this review on multiplayer alone as I never play single player. Also am not a fanboy, I loved MW2 and WAW, never played BC2 but loved BC1. This is a fantastic game. Visually it's great, and maps are big enough that every game feels a bit different, which was never the case with COD. I also like the fact that there aren't all the silly COD perks that basically are used toFirstly I'm basing this review on multiplayer alone as I never play single player. Also am not a fanboy, I loved MW2 and WAW, never played BC2 but loved BC1. This is a fantastic game. Visually it's great, and maps are big enough that every game feels a bit different, which was never the case with COD. I also like the fact that there aren't all the silly COD perks that basically are used to save you're butt if you're not a good player in general. Not having cold blooded and stuff like that was uncomfortable at first but once you get used to the game it's brilliant and a far better gaming experience that any fps I've played before. It's refreshing to see people really trying to stick to the objective and not worrying too much about k/d ratio. Rush is also a great game mode.

    My real rating is 8.5, but can't so rounded it up. It would be a 9 but the re-spawn system is a little annoying, and helicopter third person view is annoying too. Recon also seems to be an underpowered class. A bit disappointed that the critics review give it less than MW2.5 but ultimately I'm pleased I didn't waste money on that (or BLOPS) and can enjoy BF3.    … Expand
  13. MotoNack
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I've been playing this game for about a solid week now, and I've got to say it lives up to expectations. The game has stellar graphics, great multiplayer, and great support from a great developer. DICE took what was good about BF2 and revamped it with a more fine tuned and better balanced gameplay. The multiplayer is where this game truly shines since multiplayer is where the heart ofI've been playing this game for about a solid week now, and I've got to say it lives up to expectations. The game has stellar graphics, great multiplayer, and great support from a great developer. DICE took what was good about BF2 and revamped it with a more fine tuned and better balanced gameplay. The multiplayer is where this game truly shines since multiplayer is where the heart of battlefield has always been. The campaign while not super, gets the job done as being a bonus to the thick of the content that is mutiplayer. There is also a Co-op mode that is quite a lot of fun when done with a partner online. Overall this game, to me, has lived up to the extensive hype placed upon itself over the years. 10/10 for sure!… Expand
  14. Faux
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    The single player is short, uninspired, and contains few "water cooler" moments. That said, it is completely playable. Don't purchase this game unless you want the multi-player experience.

    The X-box/PS3 experience online is a mixed bag- The pros are the combined arms feel of combat, the variety of maps and game modes, and most importantly the player base. The cons are the unlock    The single player is short, uninspired, and contains few "water cooler" moments. That said, it is completely playable. Don't purchase this game unless you want the multi-player experience.

    The X-box/PS3 experience online is a mixed bag- The pros are the combined arms feel of combat, the variety of maps and game modes, and most importantly the player base. The cons are the unlock system, the 24 player max, and the unlock system.

    The highlights of the game occur when you are in a squad of people who are all talking to each other as you move across a map- in my case we took cover in a concrete building only to have a tank burst through the wall. We scattered, shouting "TANK", as the world exploded in shattered concrete and rebar around us. Those moments make the game worth the score alone.

    The downside is that new players will find themselves staring into the dark, or into rubble-strewn streets, through iron sites while veterans are peering back through a bipod-stabilized, thermal-vision rifle with a heavy barrel. You'll hop in a tank to rumble across a battlefield with your basic canon as a tank on the other side of the map is firing image-enhanced guided munitions on you. There's a sense of unfairness about it.    … Expand
  15. HELLBOUND
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Accidently posted my review for PC but i'm sure the same applies, so here it goes.
    Overall, Battlefield 3 is a good game. It repairs the flaws of the bad company series while upgrading on the good things, however, there's still some good with bad. While destroying a tank, chopper, or jet won't always render you a kill, it's also nice that the pilot of the vehicle has a chance to escape    Accidently posted my review for PC but i'm sure the same applies, so here it goes.
    Overall, Battlefield 3 is a good game. It repairs the flaws of the bad company series while upgrading on the good things, however, there's still some good with bad. While destroying a tank, chopper, or jet won't always render you a kill, it's also nice that the pilot of the vehicle has a chance to escape before death. The graphics are amazing even in multiplayer(where the bad company series seemed to have dumbed itself down a bit). The explosions are almost realistic and the destruction of buildings is almost jaw dropping to watch, yet feel a bit limited compared to the destruction in bad company series, in that it's much harder to blow a wall out. That said, it's also a bit more realistic in that aspect. The bullet drop and having to lead targets makes the combat aspects of the game more enjoyable for players like me that understand you're not gonna shoot the guy running across your screen half the map away in the head if you try shooting where he is instead of where he'll be. My issues with the game fall under seperate aspects. The coop. is weak at best, and the campaign feels a bit cod'esk in it's linear playstyle, yet it's still less linear than cod, but more so than the bad company series, still, having a campaign at all in a series that with 1942, vietnam, bf2, and 2142 never had a campaign, it's nice to see they put themselves in that realm and did so in a way to make them a strong competetor against the fps giant that is the cod series. With multiplayer my issues aren't with graphics, physics, or anything like that, but fall more in line with the guns and sites themselves. For instance a sniper will have to compete with bullet drop, where as a player with an assault rifle, shotgun with slugs, smg, or lmg seem to have much less issues with bullet drop. The sniper must aim above you to hit you at a certain distance, yet that guy with the saw can aim staight at you from the same distance and still hit you. it's almost rediculous how accurate weapons like saws and 240s are yet weapons like m4s and m16s are less accurate, which in my experience is just the opposite, bipod or not. Then you come into sites such as the unlocked site for each weapon which is labelled as a night vision sight, yet gives you the view of a thermal site, but yet is still blinded by flashlights and laser pointers the way and actual night vision site would be. It's a bit confusing. Perhaps one of the patches that dice releases should fix the bullet drop of non-snip weapons to be realistic, and perhaps they should give night vision sites the green hue of actual night vision and perhaps add thermal as another site that isnt' blinded by lights and lasers. Oh, and what's up with being blinded by flash lights in broad day light, while standing out in the sun??? Anyone else catch that?? Overall though, battlefield 3 is quite an enjoyable game besides the campaign and coop. As a matter of fact, I can't bring myself to keep playing the same old boring coop rounds over and over again in order to unlock all those weapons. The only one of them that really seems worth it anyway was the rex. Apart from that, I've already pulled several hours out of the game, and still have yet to make a dent in the amount of weapons, gadgets, perks, and vehicle unlocks their are in this game. So i'm knocking off half a point for each of the issues that I have with it. -0.5 for bullet drop on non-snip weapons(not realistic), -0.5 for sites and accuracy of weapons(not realistic), -0.5 for a short campaign(though it's suprising to me for a battlefield to even have a campaign), -0.5 for the weak at best coop. Overall 8. I enjoy it quite a bit, and with the back to karkand map pack we're not only getting 4 new maps, but 3 new vehicles(probably tied specifically to these maps), and 10 new weapons. Lets just hope they bring back the sip line from the battlefield 2 expansion. That would put a whole new twist on a game like this.    … Expand
  16. Bosniak
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    My favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely differentMy favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely different game, combining elements of all the previous battlefield games. The campaign may need polish, but it does a good job of showing off the engines dynamic lighting and cosmetic damage. The multiplayer is a great experience and free dlc with the limited addition doesn't hurt either. The co-op lacks depth, but its still a fun playthrough with a friend and overall the game is worth its price. I know some people might not have had their desires filled by the hype of this game, but for battlefield fans in general, it is a great title and a great successor to the franchise.… Expand
  17. PriceofShadows
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Piece of junk and insult for BF fans.Totally overhyped game.

    - burn out contrast/bloom/hdr and no way to town it down - it hurts yours eyes and its impossible to spot enemies which look most of the time like background or like your teammates, people shot you out of nowhere from pitch black shadows - blinding lights from sun - lensflare, blinding lights from flashlights, lasers - very    Piece of junk and insult for BF fans.Totally overhyped game.

    - burn out contrast/bloom/hdr and no way to town it down - it hurts yours eyes and its impossible to spot enemies which look most of the time like background or like your teammates, people shot you out of nowhere from pitch black shadows
    - blinding lights from sun - lensflare, blinding lights from flashlights, lasers - very annoying and lame
    - tiny maps with chokepoints
    - soldiers and vehicles move too fast
    - autohealing for vehicles, unlimited ammo
    - recon useless - no camouflage for recon, silly scope flare giving your position away
    - ugly gray/bluish color cast on some maps
    - env. not as destructive as in BC2

    Most of maps are tiny, graphics is ugly(contrast bloom hdr way over the top) and hurts your gameplay and eyes, difficult to spot enemies because of too much contrast and and too dark shadows.I was big BF series fan owned BF2,BF2142,BFBC2 but BF3 totally sucks, tiny maps make you feel you play Unreal Tournmanet and not battlefield.Disappointment of the year :(    … Expand
  18. Skinshifter
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The game is awesome. Graphics have been improved, the multiplayer and cooperative modes are simply beautiful. The realistic stuff, effects sound and enviroment, makes it a 10 out of 10 game. Though, the COD campers came to the game to full the online mode of **** what piss me off. Also dying by 2 bullets, is kinda dissapointing.
  19. DJRobNM
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 probably deserves this higher rating because it is something different than what the COD people have been repackaging every year.

    It is the most fun multiplayer shooter on the market which is why I bought the game, but not without its flaws. The single player is only so-so, battlelog/matchmaking is frustrating (as is almost any system outside Xbox Live, why the hell do they    Battlefield 3 probably deserves this higher rating because it is something different than what the COD people have been repackaging every year.

    It is the most fun multiplayer shooter on the market which is why I bought the game, but not without its flaws.

    The single player is only so-so, battlelog/matchmaking is frustrating (as is almost any system outside Xbox Live, why the hell do they do this?, Why can't I just play against my friends?), and the idea that secondary users will need to purchase an online pass is just another way of ruining its resale value.

    Shame on both EA and Activision for trying to squeeze even more money out of consumers.    … Expand
  20. Billyheel
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 proves to be a good FPS, but is it "Above and Beyond the Call?" Having no connection to its predecessor, Battlefield 3 manages to whip up a story and make it somewhat believable. A cliche storyline and spotty humor, Battlefield 3 puts together a jigsaw story and tries to make it stick. The characters are annoying, and this makes for an unimaginable and frustrating storyBattlefield 3 proves to be a good FPS, but is it "Above and Beyond the Call?" Having no connection to its predecessor, Battlefield 3 manages to whip up a story and make it somewhat believable. A cliche storyline and spotty humor, Battlefield 3 puts together a jigsaw story and tries to make it stick. The characters are annoying, and this makes for an unimaginable and frustrating story that will turn off even the most diehard Battlefield fans. But, that's not what makes Battlefield is it? The multiplayer returns, following almost identically to Bad Company 2 in almost every facet. From the game modes, to the weapon sounds, this game does everything identical to BC2. The game does feel fresh though, upgraded with a new graphics engine and a new destruction engine. The game does impress in more than one way online, especially when it comes to the combat. The jets and tanks make a triumphant comeback and manages to be quite balanced for the online warfare. The destruction engine holds up well online, but not close to the standard that is in the single-player. At times, the game can feel unbalanced and spotty. The destruction engine seems to work at times, and refuses to work at others. The destruction engine also causes glitches and awkward deaths following combat. The game is good and it manages to stay fresh, even though the similarities with its predecessor being obvious. Not a bad game, and I would recommend it to anyone; especially the online. The single player is a pass for most players, and multiplayer is a dime; making for a solid 8 for an FPS.… Expand
  21. sfc89
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    If you like first person shooters, you should own this game! The single player campaign is fun but short, however thats not the reason you should own this game. The multiplayer is amazingly good fun which will keep you captivated for plenty of gaming hours. Too many reviews to read on here, just buy the game or rent it and try for yourself, you won't be disappointed.
  22. severyn71
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This game is just p[lain disappointing for all the hype it received and I have played BF since 1942 and I am not at all impressed! Graphics don't make the game, game play and solid controls make the game and this lacks both!
  23. Costus
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game blew my mind. The graphics are unbelievable when you install the texture's pack. The depth to the gameplay, teamwork and weapon unlocks and customisations is fantastic. I'd like to see some more features added to multiplayer but I'm just being picky. Great game. Get it - forget MW3. I have.
  24. Righteous
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    As many have heard, this game was supposed to be the "CoD killer". But, no matter how much I love this game, I know it's not. But it's a step in the right direction. I have not had much time to play the campaign so I'm going to not comment on it, but let's face facts. Call of Duty is not a heavy hitter because of campaign. It's mainly multiplayer that will decide what game is played more.As many have heard, this game was supposed to be the "CoD killer". But, no matter how much I love this game, I know it's not. But it's a step in the right direction. I have not had much time to play the campaign so I'm going to not comment on it, but let's face facts. Call of Duty is not a heavy hitter because of campaign. It's mainly multiplayer that will decide what game is played more. I'm not going to talk much about Call of Duty and from what I have played it's about average. The multiplayer feels very uninspired, I feel they have been milking the same cow from Modern Warfare. The last game I played was Modern Warfare 2, and it felt the same, but less.... fun? I was a huge fan of Modern Warfare, let me say, and I played it to death. I never bought Black Ops and have never heard any great praise for it. But this is a Battlefield review, so let's move on. When I heard about Battlefield for the first time, I was sitting in a Modern Warfare game, and my friend in the party was giving major acclaim to Battlefield Bad Company 2. I said "Meh." and moved on. After awhile I bought Bad Company 2. And I fell in love. With multiplayer. The campaign was hard to get into, but I was playing live so I didn't care. When Battlefield 3 came out, all of the signs of a fan-boy came out. But I'm not writing it like that. I know it has flaws. So my first impression while playing after the first day I had it was good. It had the Battlefield feel to it, it was very beautiful. The controls felt smooth, not as hectic and jerky as Call of Duty, but still fast paced in it's own special way. I played with my friend and we would talk and make strategy. It was a great time. But I have a beef with this game. Two of the classes are very over powered. Support and Engineer. RPGs flying around my head constantly is very annoying. And when they stand over a ammo drop, hey look.... unlimited rockets flying around. Not fun. I love the game, but sometimes I feel encumbered by reaction times. There is also way to much dead space in the maps. It works for the PC because of the ability of more players in a match, but not here. Once you get into the action though, you feel that sense of urgency. Al the lighting effects add to the feel, and it makes you feel immersed into the game. It has it's ups and downs. I love this game, but it gets on my nerves sometimes.… Expand
  25. NickyJ56k
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I would like to change my previous rating of a 6 to a 9. I shouldn't review a game after only playing ten minutes of it. Now that I've played this game everyday for the past week, I can tell you without a doubt that I love it now. At first I was skeptical, but I just had to get used to the controls and the gameplay. I basically had to shed my Call of Duty-scales and acclimate toI would like to change my previous rating of a 6 to a 9. I shouldn't review a game after only playing ten minutes of it. Now that I've played this game everyday for the past week, I can tell you without a doubt that I love it now. At first I was skeptical, but I just had to get used to the controls and the gameplay. I basically had to shed my Call of Duty-scales and acclimate to Battlefield, and now that I have, I can honestly say that this is a great game. Definitely the most realistic military FPS I've ever played.… Expand
  26. jshuman84
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Great game. Single player is lacking but mp us where its at! Dice has added a COD feel to the game to cater to COD players as my self.Keep up the good work!
  27. SkipperPenguin
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The campaign is meh, but who are we kidding, who bought this for the campaign? I had high expectations for this game and it has exceeded my expectations. There are some issues that I wish they would address. Battlelog needs to actually work in concert with my Xbox Live, as opposed to being off on its own. For example, forming platoons should be something that can be done with my xbox liveThe campaign is meh, but who are we kidding, who bought this for the campaign? I had high expectations for this game and it has exceeded my expectations. There are some issues that I wish they would address. Battlelog needs to actually work in concert with my Xbox Live, as opposed to being off on its own. For example, forming platoons should be something that can be done with my xbox live account. I have a few issues with the spawning system, surely there has to be a way for the game to recognize that a camper has pitched his tent next to my spawn location (obviously I don't mean using a spawn beacon...that's a crap shoot and completely on me if I get killed spawning on a beacon), but spawning one one of our positions should not be so rigid that someone can just sit and stare at the spawn point. They should also add a training simulator for jets and helicopters...it just feels rude to the rest of your team to try and get on the job training. Otherwise, the game is fantastic. Strong multiplayer experience and incredibly deep unlock system.… Expand
  28. TheRazL
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The campaign and co-op are nothing outstanding, but you buy a Battlefield game for the multiplayer, and this one delivers. Visuals and sound are top notch, particularly weapon sounds. Weapons and attachments each have a unique feel, and each class/weapon/attachment combination has a situation that it is suited for it. Vehicles are strong but easily countered. An Abrams tank is a force toThe campaign and co-op are nothing outstanding, but you buy a Battlefield game for the multiplayer, and this one delivers. Visuals and sound are top notch, particularly weapon sounds. Weapons and attachments each have a unique feel, and each class/weapon/attachment combination has a situation that it is suited for it. Vehicles are strong but easily countered. An Abrams tank is a force to be feared when supported by infantry to fend off RPG attacks, but alone it is easily killed. Point being, this game is very well balanced toward rewarding strategic, teamwork-based play. If that sounds appealing, then buy this game.… Expand
  29. PhiAlpha44
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I've saved my review until the game has been out for a few weeks. Most of the early reviews were unfortunately based on server problems in the first week and a horrible, HORRIBLE free beta that was released weeks before the game release that allowed people to "sample" the game. Unfortunately the beta was flush with quirks and problems giving many people a very bad opinion of a game thatI've saved my review until the game has been out for a few weeks. Most of the early reviews were unfortunately based on server problems in the first week and a horrible, HORRIBLE free beta that was released weeks before the game release that allowed people to "sample" the game. Unfortunately the beta was flush with quirks and problems giving many people a very bad opinion of a game that hadn't been released yet. Well I'm happy to say the real game is NOTHING like the Beta. IMO they never should have released that Beta. The campaign is just "OK", the multiplayer is very engaging. I used to be a Call of Duty fan but that series is so stale and recycled, this game is a breath of fresh air. I also notice that younger gamers tend to lean toward Call of Duty while Battlefield tends to attract older gamers which I appreciate. I'm very happy with my purchase. This game definitely pushes the limits of what these old game consoles can do. I believe Battlefield 3 is the reality check that game developers can now produce better software than the hardware can handle and it's time for Microsoft to release a new Xbox.… Expand
  30. Joeyride
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Bets game ive ever played. SO much better than cod, and this is coming from a die hard cod fan! (not any more). Cod 7 is fun but nothing compared to the destruction and vehicles of Bf3 so much fun :D
  31. 247Consoles
    Nov 9, 2011
    7
    Good Campaign but sincerely needs to show a new user how the hell to use the vehicles ie. Training Mode for dumb blind people with 1 arm.

    Somewhat dissapointed with the fighter jet scene whereby I wasn't given the keys to a joyride!
  32. ImaITGuy
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Starting off will have to state the obvious as I did in my MW3 review. Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 are 2 different games with 2 different types of play styles - do not hate on them for that. There is no rule that says you cant like both.

    Now - on to the review - My expectations were that this was going to be an upgrade over BFBC2 so I had my hopes up that this would be a bit    Starting off will have to state the obvious as I did in my MW3 review. Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 are 2 different games with 2 different types of play styles - do not hate on them for that. There is no rule that says you cant like both.

    Now - on to the review - My expectations were that this was going to be an upgrade over BFBC2 so I had my hopes up that this would be a bit better. Once I jumped into the game I soon realized that the developer and publisher both over delivered and under promised... I dont think they hyped this thing enough. Gameplay and Maps and Guns and Team Play are simply amazing, I found myself just literally running to areas of the map just to view it from a distance and watch the battle unfold beneath and around me. This game is TEAM oriented and if you come into it trying to play it as you would COD - where 1 person can hollywood it up - your going to get your ass handed to you. BF3 is about team work and objective oriented battle. Not going to go into alot of details as the game will stand on its own for a LONG time, much longer replay value here than MW3 will hope to have. Will just finish with this. Jets, Helicopters, Tanks, Jeeps, Bradleys, Infantry, Boats, and on and on.. Game is FANTASTIC    … Expand
  33. shadow822
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is a ton of fun and I'm enjoying it more than I ever did with COD. Me and a couple of friends have been playing nightly and its a blast, there's so many epic moments. And don't listen to what critics are saying about singleplayer and bringing the score down. The fact that they even added singleplayer should be a treat enough. Battlefield is and always will be a multiplayer game.
  34. duluthdude
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I bought this last night because I was pissed off at COD. I bought COD midnight release and literally had it sold on craigslist withing 18 hours of purchase. I played Bad Company 2 and didnt really care for it but I heard good things about this and gave it a try. It took me a while being a bid CoD fan but I got it and its a lot of fun. The level sizes are Amazing, would have given a 10 butI bought this last night because I was pissed off at COD. I bought COD midnight release and literally had it sold on craigslist withing 18 hours of purchase. I played Bad Company 2 and didnt really care for it but I heard good things about this and gave it a try. It took me a while being a bid CoD fan but I got it and its a lot of fun. The level sizes are Amazing, would have given a 10 but the single player and COOP are not great. However the Multiplayer is hands down the new king of FPS. Only fault I have found is its hard to jump out of windows sometimes, maybe a patch? Otherwise an EPIC multiplayer experience, thanks your my new franchise unless you dont attempt to improve on the previous years game! Thanks BF3!!!!… Expand
  35. CompositeGuy
    Nov 9, 2011
    3
    Not impressed at all! EA servers rubbish as usual and the maps are too big for just 24 players. The story is short and massively boring. I would rather play BF2, personally i liked the maps and story more. This game is getting traded in soon as, shame as i was looking forward to this and is a let down. It only got a 3 because i liked BF2 and thats stopped it being a zero.
  36. remster_9
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Visually stunning. Very immersive. Great pace.

    I had never played BF before - but coming from CoD, I must say I'm hooked to the multiplayer mode! Maps feel a little too large at times (especially with the 24-player limit), but the game provides an epic experience. If you're willing to write off the solo campaign as a mere tutorial for the multiplayer mode, then this game really    Visually stunning. Very immersive. Great pace.

    I had never played BF before - but coming from CoD, I must say I'm hooked to the multiplayer mode! Maps feel a little too large at times (especially with the 24-player limit), but the game provides an epic experience.

    If you're willing to write off the solo campaign as a mere tutorial for the multiplayer mode, then this game really delivers.

    If you plan to play the single player game only, don't bother. Too linear, too scripted. Think of it as an interactive movie.    … Expand
  37. Tolmar
    Nov 9, 2011
    1
    A lot of fuss over nothing. OK, the campaign is NOT something you'd ever buy a BF title for, but the MP is no great shakes either. However, it fairs slightly better than MW3, but not by much. As with MW3, a waste of cash IMHO, so I'll be looking to trade when something decent comes out. A bargain basement buy at least.
  38. Chariot
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    forgetting about the campaign although i pretty much enjoyed it, yes it linear and short but hell every cod one has been so far , this game is all about the multi player, this is the first BF games ive ever played, before that i was an avid Cod fan and have purchased every Cod plus DLC there as been over past few years. I decided to try the beta and it got me hooked . BF3 is everything Codforgetting about the campaign although i pretty much enjoyed it, yes it linear and short but hell every cod one has been so far , this game is all about the multi player, this is the first BF games ive ever played, before that i was an avid Cod fan and have purchased every Cod plus DLC there as been over past few years. I decided to try the beta and it got me hooked . BF3 is everything Cod should of been but as never progressed from what i claim to be the best cod which is number 4. Graphics on BF3 are light years ahead along with destruction, sound and play-ability. All online bugs where fixed within the first week which now makes this game awesome to play online. Afraid its a bye bye Cod from me and a big hello BF3.… Expand
  39. Bobbybob
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game should be called Modern Warfare 2.5.
    They have put like 5 new guns, mew maps and like 2 new modes .AMAZING -____- . The graphics are nearly the same as MW2. The 12 year old's are back to ruin a gaming experience that is supposed to e fun. Very disappointing Sledge hammer Games.
  40. TheGreatMr666
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The is only two reason this game doesn't get a 10 from me. One being the fact that they said the world would be more breakable but as I see it not and there is nothing i hate more then being promised something and not being given it. I got that you need to sell you game but don't **** lie to do it. Two sever were not in good working order some release of the game. They have been worlkingThe is only two reason this game doesn't get a 10 from me. One being the fact that they said the world would be more breakable but as I see it not and there is nothing i hate more then being promised something and not being given it. I got that you need to sell you game but don't **** lie to do it. Two sever were not in good working order some release of the game. They have been worlking on them and making them better but the point of the beta was to fix that so they dropped the ball there. Now for all the **** they got right which would be the best multiplayer I have play in sometime. The key to winning is not run out by yourself but using the group to push up and take hold of you enemy, just as I think you would on a real battlefield. The fact that you can now not just speak with your squad but the whole as to tell different squads to watch out or move up adds tons to game play. The jets in air warfare with the helicopters is just amazing also adds to the overall feel of a real battlefield. The fact that they made the controls in a helicopter feel more real helps to keep the bull**** for BC2 from happening I enjoy too. All the addons for guns and vehicles make for interesting game play and the future looks good for the game. The first addon to the game come in December which is 4 new maps, 10 guns, 3 new vehicles also this is free if you bought the game new now like gears3 or mw3 which will ass rape you about 800 msps per 3 map packs. The way this game it meant to be played is with a less a group of 8 good friends because it the way i play and there is no better time playing online with my buds… Expand
  41. ltgeohann
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    BF games are made for multiplayer mode. you cannot rate this game for his solo.
    solo mode is a tutorial.
    BF3 make his job! the multiplayer is really immersive. we can really play with a team. very good game.
  42. BalkanCommie
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    this game is excellent, definitely a good investment. online is packed with action and has everything from tanks to helicopters to anti air to i can go on and on.

    this game is a great experience
  43. mccrevice
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Simply put: if you'd like a little realism and more variety in your military shooters, this is the game for you, bar none. Pros: Pretty (with the HD textures install), fully driveable tanks (complete with gunners), flyable helicopters (with gunners and passenger seats), fighter jets, anti air guns, more guns and unlocks than you can count.

    Cons: Server stability was bad on launch    Simply put: if you'd like a little realism and more variety in your military shooters, this is the game for you, bar none. Pros: Pretty (with the HD textures install), fully driveable tanks (complete with gunners), flyable helicopters (with gunners and passenger seats), fighter jets, anti air guns, more guns and unlocks than you can count.

    Cons: Server stability was bad on launch day/week, but has been ironed out. The Battlelog idea is nice, but not very well executed. Party play is broken in several ways.

    Excellent game all around.    … Expand
  44. rschnetzler
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Stunning visuals (Frostbite 2 Rocks). Everything you've come to know and love from the Battlefield legacy. Multiplayer is where it is at. Oh, the vehicles - from jeeps to jets, there's something for everyone.
  45. HWAS
    Nov 8, 2011
    1
    LAUGHABLE AT BEST. this game wasn't worth renting. imagine a fat 13 year old with one year of tae kwon do training once a week fighting fedor emelianenko, thats how this game compares to modern warfare 3. i'm serious, i cannot even put into words how much of an embarassing failure this game is.
  46. Spazecowboy
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is a lot of fun. Amazing levels that have had a lot of thought put into them, lots of places to hide and maneuver. The lighting effects are incredible and make for a very immersive experience. When someone shines their flashlight in your face it truly blinds you. Add vehicles to the mix and you have a great game. I can honestly say that I have not had 2 matches that haveThis game is a lot of fun. Amazing levels that have had a lot of thought put into them, lots of places to hide and maneuver. The lighting effects are incredible and make for a very immersive experience. When someone shines their flashlight in your face it truly blinds you. Add vehicles to the mix and you have a great game. I can honestly say that I have not had 2 matches that have played alike. This game keeps me coming back for more and is a refreshing change from what is already on the market.… Expand
  47. CCast
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Completely amazing. Visually stunning. Multiplayer puts me inside the game. Ranking system, un-ockable content, and strategy is just good. Probably one of the best FPS I have played in a long time.
  48. IN547148L3
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game was great. Not perfect but great. The only problems I have with the games are glitchy knifing/vaulting through windows and the terrible terrible single player.
  49. nphemi
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 has one of the greatest multiplayer games as far as realism goes. I cannot comment on Modern Warfare 3 as I have not played it. But I can see based on the 6.9 average that the reason why most of you Modern Warfare fan boys are effecting the score so much is because you are already tired of getting spawn killed by 13 killstreaks in a row by the dude who has 40 kills alreadyBattlefield 3 has one of the greatest multiplayer games as far as realism goes. I cannot comment on Modern Warfare 3 as I have not played it. But I can see based on the 6.9 average that the reason why most of you Modern Warfare fan boys are effecting the score so much is because you are already tired of getting spawn killed by 13 killstreaks in a row by the dude who has 40 kills already and 2 deaths. All of the Battlefiled players are to busy playing the game to bash on MW3. Dont get me wrong, I like MW3 but after playing BF3, I have to be in the mood for a faster paced arcade style shooter.… Expand
  50. Rooney313
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    The campaign is abysmal but the multiplayer is fantastic apart from some annoying things torches im looking at you. If you don't play online avoid like the plague.
  51. Magesw
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Best FPS to come out yet. The game play is amazing, graphics are amazing. Everything about this game has been improved and changed for the better. Its not the same old redone things like that other game...
  52. ShadyOne13
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Very solid game, refreshing to see new features in a online shooter. Vehicles are fun and classes work well. by far the best multiplayer shooter out there
  53. Kaiokhen
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Amazing game and made a huge improvement over time. Graphic looks amazing, weapon sounds are amazing the lighting is outstanding. However, there are couple of bugs from there and here. And also annoying Tactical sun light that shouldnt be shining your eyes in the daylight. The fun really compensate the bugs, lots of things to do such as destroying wall and flying and driving. Cannot get bored!
  54. mamaloney
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing. The weapons feel great (actual recoil), the maps are huge, the gameplay is faster than bfbc2, and the graphics are stunning. This is like crysis meets bf2 and modern warfare. (in a good way)
  55. nevacitcomin
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    BF3 is the most realistic shooter I have played and it has got me hooked. I pick up these shooters for the multiplayer alone and BF3 right now has the best MP experience.
  56. ramha
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    It's delicious! I did not expect such a result! Many swear by a single company, but she liked me too much! DICE - great! EA - the only negative point - it's bound to play online and the inability to fully play with bots ...
  57. colinsauer306
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    One of the best games i have ever played in my life. Its such a submersion i can stop myself from looking past the short and relatively dumb campaign and i can say this is one of the best games i have ever played... 10/10
  58. SmearierAnemone
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Definitely exceeded my expectations. I thought, "Oh, just another shooter..." but that wasnt the case. Its very fun if you play with friends and brings forth a fairly new experience. Graphic wise it looks 500x better than piece of **** COD(i used to own COD4 and MW2, and actually liked them until i played BF).Sure the beta sucked but they really turned the game around. Just read the MW3Definitely exceeded my expectations. I thought, "Oh, just another shooter..." but that wasnt the case. Its very fun if you play with friends and brings forth a fairly new experience. Graphic wise it looks 500x better than piece of **** COD(i used to own COD4 and MW2, and actually liked them until i played BF).Sure the beta sucked but they really turned the game around. Just read the MW3 reviews, let the user score do the talking to the biased fanboys.… Expand
  59. Hippieluver
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game is most likely the best FPS I have ever played. The multiplayer is absolutely spectacular, and the 30 FPS does not make any visible difference in framerate issues at all. Each one of the guns feels completely original, and new add-ons have been introduced, such as spotting drones, the merge of the medic and assault class, new vehicles, etc. The sound in this game is top notch,This game is most likely the best FPS I have ever played. The multiplayer is absolutely spectacular, and the 30 FPS does not make any visible difference in framerate issues at all. Each one of the guns feels completely original, and new add-ons have been introduced, such as spotting drones, the merge of the medic and assault class, new vehicles, etc. The sound in this game is top notch, and nothing sounds recycled.
    The only place the game is lacking is the singleplayer, but the absolutely amazing multiplayer completely over shadows that fact. And let's be honest, in a game like this, the singleplayer is not the most important thing on everyone's minds.    … Expand
  60. Tree
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Oh dear. Never been so bored in a game. Single player is a joke, multiplayer is glitchy and
    Graphics slump badly. I wanted this to be the a COD killer, but it
    Just showed why its the best in class. Shame.
  61. selfesteemissue
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    The servers really need work. And also they need to patch a few things. But overall this is one the best games I've ever played. Putting an 8 now just because of the few bugs but I would give it a 9 or higher if they patch them up
  62. infinitieva
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Awesome game, I played a ton of BC2, the feel is still there but slightly refreshed. only 2 things I dislike about BF3 laser pointers on guns and flashlights, other than those two things i know im 100% satisfied. Im glad new frostbite 2 engine isnt quite as buggy as BFBC2!
  63. Lappsey
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Terrible single player but if you bought it for that then you don't know battlefield. Imagine call of duty as pick up and play multiplayer then battlefield is a deep thoughtful engaging multiplayer. Enjoy both, both are good in their own right...if you follow tho advice then you won't go far wrong. Forget fanboyssism it's a waste of time.
  64. tRuCk3r_JaY
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This is the best BF game ever. The campaign is short and not that interesting but the multiplayer is second to none and destroys COD imo. There is so much more to do in multiplayer than another shooter on this console. There are lots of unlocks inc, weapon add ons, perks, vehicle upgrades etc etc. The maps vary greatly too, some smaller for soldier on soldier fights and some massive withThis is the best BF game ever. The campaign is short and not that interesting but the multiplayer is second to none and destroys COD imo. There is so much more to do in multiplayer than another shooter on this console. There are lots of unlocks inc, weapon add ons, perks, vehicle upgrades etc etc. The maps vary greatly too, some smaller for soldier on soldier fights and some massive with loads of vehicles. Its just so dam addictive. Buy this game for multiplayer alone, you won't regret it!… Expand
  65. Iconindy
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Boasting massive, diverse maps, a riveting campaign, incredible interactive landscapes and unparalleled realism, Battlefield 3 trumps all 2011 shooters in overall quality, including the highly anticipated Modern Warfare 3.
  66. Bsteiner36
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Now that I have played MW3. I will forever be a Battlefield fan. Mw3 is so horrible compared to battlefield it is not even funny. And i was a major COD fan boy...
  67. OkIKnow
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Bad game, its community is full of socially deprived, deluded virgins who think there's a war between games. They're just compensating because they've never accomplished anything..
  68. asdaa
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Feels like a cheap MW knockoff. The controls aren't as smooth as MW. Parts of the campaign are really boring. Technical issues up the wazoo. Been a great disappointment. Buy it in the bargain bin.
  69. Spindual
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    It has terrible single player mode and bad, empty spec ops mode. Multiplayer mode is full of campers. It has lots of unfixed bugs. Maps are not enough.
  70. akumamage
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Good....Good...Let the butthurt flow through you. Seriously fan girls, whats wrong with you? Its not battlefield so it sucks. Same can be said the other way around.
  71. AverageToaster
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing, At this point I have put in 1 day and 14 hours into multiplayer alone. I can not comment on the single player, as after playing a few levels i just quit, while they are a bit bland I didnt buy or expect this game to have a good singleplayer as Battlefield 2 didnt even have a single player.
  72. BangBang
    Nov 8, 2011
    1
    Boring. Everyone agrees, even the fanboys that the campaign mode is terrible. Multiplayer is a little better, but the graphics are weak and gameplay is slow. I sold my copy on ebay and have been enjoying the game of the year....COD MW3. Take it from a soldier, COD MW3 as good as it gets!
  73. Kagozuma
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Most realistic FPS ever created. Frostbite engine 2 is a really impressive game engine, the user experience is awesome. Suppression is genius, every FPS should have it.
  74. Redfordsto
    Nov 8, 2011
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The multiplayer is great. Perhaps a bit chaotic, but still fun. It's no the same of COD, but its difference makes it enjoyable. So relative high marks go to the multiplayer. The loss in points comes from the single player campaign. It's short, a few hours short. With the Co-op potion, you gain another hour or so depending on difficulty, but I was promised an extensive Campaign and it fell short. There are also a half dozen quicktime interactions that seem plastered on. They're clunky and the button pressing doesn't correspond with on screen action in the dynamic rewarding fashion of comparable FPS's. Further, the vehicle portions we confining and not as enjoyable as promised. The fighter portion, you don't even have the opportunity to fly. You fire missiles and do a watered down lasing segment that's no where near as enjoyable as COD's AC130 missions. The tank missions, save the final segement through the city, lacks character. There are highlights, such as the beginning mission and the sniper mission, but these cannot eclipse the nonsense turns in the plot. For the FPS that boasts closeness with reality, there are some things that are unforgivable. One is committing an act of war on Russia by attacking a division of Russian troops with an underequipt and weaker force. The second is an American soldier murdering his CO to help a Russian he met seconds before. It's just nutty. And for that, not the multiplayer in any way, the score is much lower than it should have been.… Expand
  75. KenyanSandBoa
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    I'm a fairly new follower to Metacritic, and I've learned that almost all user reviews have to be ignored completely. It is clear that some reviews are from fanboys (either Battlefield or COD), and some reviews are just maybe pre-teen emotions getting the best of some of the younger gamers.

    The first thing that I feel needs to be cleared up is that this game and COD are not, nor should    I'm a fairly new follower to Metacritic, and I've learned that almost all user reviews have to be ignored completely. It is clear that some reviews are from fanboys (either Battlefield or COD), and some reviews are just maybe pre-teen emotions getting the best of some of the younger gamers.

    The first thing that I feel needs to be cleared up is that this game and COD are not, nor should they ever be, the same game. I love both of these games, but I go to one or the other depending on what gameplay I'm looking for. Full disclosure: I've only been playing Battlefield since BFBC2, but I absolutely LOVED that game. I can honestly say that if you liked that gameplay, chances are you'll like BF3.

    The singleplayer is nothing to wrie home about, but it's a decent time killer for when your looking for a break from multiplayer. The biggest let down or me was the fact that the story happens post-earthquake so none of the environments are entact...just rubble. Let me say this, though...if you're looking to get a game soley on the single player campain...PASS...it's not worth it.

    I have to admit that I was somewhat disapointed with the Frostbite 2 engine. I was expecting there to be a larger number of destructable portions of the environment, but that is not a game-changer in my book. For the 360, this is one of the best looking games you'll find. The lighting and sound is fantastic. If you crank up your system, you'll feel like your right there in the action.

    Some of the changes that I've noticed affect my gameplay are the alterations made to the classes. I never really used the Assault class much in BC2, but I've noticed I tend to use it (or Engineer) in BF3 due to the fact they switched the medic portion from support to assault. I thought the fact that snipers can now go prone would bother me, but it is countered by the reflection of light that gives you a heads up of where the fire is coming from.

    Overall, this game is fantastic...and I HATED the beta. But here is my nota bene: If you are looking for COD style multiplayer...this game is not for you. If you're looking for a strategy based FPS that thrives on teamwork and isn't kill driven, then BF3 will scratch you right where you itch.

    I would rate this game an 8.5, but I rounded to 9 because I really do feel the multiplayer is so polished it deserves more of a 9 than an 8.    … Expand
  76. Posthumous
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    I waited till I played MW3 before I wrote this because lets be honest they are direct competition and I think DICE for all it's failings with EA integration and the.. shaky single player component of BF3 have still produced the longer lasting experience. The complexity of the multiplayer, combined with the clearly defined roles and the way those roles can integrate together as a team makeI waited till I played MW3 before I wrote this because lets be honest they are direct competition and I think DICE for all it's failings with EA integration and the.. shaky single player component of BF3 have still produced the longer lasting experience. The complexity of the multiplayer, combined with the clearly defined roles and the way those roles can integrate together as a team make this the better MP product by far. Lets be honest, the staying power of the FPS genre is in it's multplayer. Is it perfect? No, not even close, flashlights are more powerful then the sun, and the glinting on the sniper scopes is too pronounced and obvious for example. However after playing MW3 all night I can safely say when I go home tonight to play, Battlefield will be in my DVD drive first and that's really what counts.… Expand
  77. LukeT
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 delivers a fantastic experience with intense multiplayer, but the campaign mode is anything but. Campaign is a bit boring and predictable. Multiplayer is very good though but the problem is abusing powerful weapons such as LMG's on the support class. I feel it would be much better on PC due to the lack of care the XBOX Live community delivers to other players' experience toBattlefield 3 delivers a fantastic experience with intense multiplayer, but the campaign mode is anything but. Campaign is a bit boring and predictable. Multiplayer is very good though but the problem is abusing powerful weapons such as LMG's on the support class. I feel it would be much better on PC due to the lack of care the XBOX Live community delivers to other players' experience to the game. People play medic, dont heal, people play support don't drop ammo, people play engineer for the launchers to get cheap and easy kills. If it weren't for these players, this game would be a 10 in my book… Expand
  78. GhostROF1DooM
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    A solid and intense shooter, but lacks the massive scale of the previous game. Obviously the engine just wouldnt allow it, which is really disappointing. Im hoping updates and map packs will develop this game more into the experience people expected
  79. Zuwur
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    Battlefield 3 is unfortunately a mixed bag. The multiplayer is as expected, fantastic, addictive, and intense. While TDM can be kind of fun for some quick killing, the star of the show is conquest, and to a lesser extent, rush. Compared to the open ended multiplayer maps, the single player is an immediately stale and linear affair, only having Battlefield in name. The only thing reallyBattlefield 3 is unfortunately a mixed bag. The multiplayer is as expected, fantastic, addictive, and intense. While TDM can be kind of fun for some quick killing, the star of the show is conquest, and to a lesser extent, rush. Compared to the open ended multiplayer maps, the single player is an immediately stale and linear affair, only having Battlefield in name. The only thing really keeping it afloat are the great graphics and sound to make it a lively experience. The story is throwaway, and some of the levels (most notably the jet level) end up disappointing. You hop in a jet expecting to fly around, but ends up being an on rails shooter. Many periods with little game interaction. It was not all bad though, the tank level was cool, as well as other exciting moments, but they fail to dispel the stale aura the whole thing has. Also, why no jet practice outside of hopping on a server, and praying you don't get shot down while you figure out how to fly the damn thing? With something with such a steep learning curve, you'd think they'd add someway to practice this.… Expand
  80. earlkran
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    excellent shooter, light years ahead of cod excellent graphics excellent gameplay an unparalleled experience imho. get this now before it sells out. i cant find any flaws in this game
  81. burjeffton
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    If you enjoy multiplayer gaming, Battlefield 3 is as good as it gets. Team based strategy, class based soldiers and massive vehicular battles make for a wonderful experience. The single player is mostly forgettable - but that's not the reason to buy this game

    This Battlefield, like others before it, takes patience to figure out and grow into. It's not the streamlined COD experience that    If you enjoy multiplayer gaming, Battlefield 3 is as good as it gets. Team based strategy, class based soldiers and massive vehicular battles make for a wonderful experience. The single player is mostly forgettable - but that's not the reason to buy this game

    This Battlefield, like others before it, takes patience to figure out and grow into. It's not the streamlined COD experience that rewards lone-wolf play, and as a result it takes a while to learn how to play the right way.

    Note: Upon launch I was disappointed with a little rubber banding and lag, but most every bug has been addressed and the game has been quite smooth.    … Expand
  82. MACT90
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Let start saying, so far I just spent like 30 minutes on the campaign, but then when I went to the multiplayer, I was stunning. I'm not a truly COD fan but I have the 2 last Modern Warfare and played them for hours.

    Well let me tell you guys, the multiplayer from BF3 is so fuc$% awesome, the vehicles, the guns, the graphics, the SOUND. Just amazing!!! So realistic than you can IMAGINE.    Let start saying, so far I just spent like 30 minutes on the campaign, but then when I went to the multiplayer, I was stunning. I'm not a truly COD fan but I have the 2 last Modern Warfare and played them for hours.

    Well let me tell you guys, the multiplayer from BF3 is so fuc$% awesome, the vehicles, the guns, the graphics, the SOUND. Just amazing!!! So realistic than you can IMAGINE. If EA and DICE had chose only to release the game without campaign, ALL the stats, critics and score would change for a 10/10. That    … Expand
  83. GamingGuru
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The multiplayer really shines through in battlefield 3, Although the single player was lacking, who really cares? The addictive, epic and all out war feeling is outstanding, the sound is great the graphics are amazing and the gameplay is solid. This is the ultimate shooter to play with friends. I give this a 9.5 out of 10 on the PC.
  84. mongoose27
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    My comments relate only to the single player game. I'm new to this series; it'll be my last. I felt like a bullet magnet. Friendly NPCs stand in the open in front of me. I stand up behind cover and get drilled while they are not hit. Where's the logic in that? The campaign is way too short. It's trade-in time for this one.
  85. SmartApps
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game has in my opinion the best online multiplayer experience you can have right now. Every game is full of so many amazing moments whether it be blowing out the side of a building to reveal an enemy sniper, or taking out enemy tanks with air to ground missiles on your jet, there is no other game that offers this kind of sandbox warfare. This game makes Call of Duty feel veryThis game has in my opinion the best online multiplayer experience you can have right now. Every game is full of so many amazing moments whether it be blowing out the side of a building to reveal an enemy sniper, or taking out enemy tanks with air to ground missiles on your jet, there is no other game that offers this kind of sandbox warfare. This game makes Call of Duty feel very claustrophobic, but is a very different game. BF3 rewards players for teamwork and patience, you wont have the same kill counts as you do in COD, but you should have a lot more fun. The difference Between This game and Bad Company 2 is staggering. It can only make me wonder what BF4 is going to look like.… Expand
  86. chadderz5
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Awesome game, I love the fact you can actually destroy buildings in both single and multi-player and they actually disappear there are no invisible walls blocking you from running through. Campaign, while short, was quite enjoyable. Multi-player is as great as always, the ability to fly helicopters, jets, drive tanks ect. are great. If you enjoy working together as a team in your onlineAwesome game, I love the fact you can actually destroy buildings in both single and multi-player and they actually disappear there are no invisible walls blocking you from running through. Campaign, while short, was quite enjoyable. Multi-player is as great as always, the ability to fly helicopters, jets, drive tanks ect. are great. If you enjoy working together as a team in your online play then BF3 is for you. game modes make you and your friends work together to achieve a common goal - personally I think its great, no running around wondering what to do. As other reviewers have said they have encountered problems with servers, that always happens in the beginning, EA/DICE don't seem to be prepared enough to cope with the amount of online players at once. I haven't had a problem so far.… Expand
  87. Artomoz
    Nov 8, 2011
    6
    The single player campaign tries too hard to mimic the typical obnoxious unimaginative CoD: MW story lines. While certain parts were enjoyable other areas just made me regret of buying this game. Aside from it being a bad console port. DICE should just have focused on making a great multiplayer game.

    The multiplayer: It's filled with mix feelings. The servers are poorly maintained. The    The single player campaign tries too hard to mimic the typical obnoxious unimaginative CoD: MW story lines. While certain parts were enjoyable other areas just made me regret of buying this game. Aside from it being a bad console port. DICE should just have focused on making a great multiplayer game.

    The multiplayer: It's filled with mix feelings. The servers are poorly maintained. The hit detection can be off at times if not rendered useless when you start shooting blanks at an enemy. Enjoy the destruction but it's no where near the BFBC 2 level of destruction. This game is not worth $60. Save yourself some money and buy the multiplayer for 20 bucks off some one and the EA vip pass for $10 dollars more.    … Expand
  88. B3ckett
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    The campaign sucks and I turned it off after roughly 30 minutes. But it's not why we buy BF, is it? :)
    The multiplayer is addicting, the maps are astonishing, classes are balanced, fighter jest roaring over your head with choppers spraying rockets at them (or you, if you're in bad luck), the sounds of the battlefield, the visuals... all contribute to an incredible online experience flawed    The campaign sucks and I turned it off after roughly 30 minutes. But it's not why we buy BF, is it? :)
    The multiplayer is addicting, the maps are astonishing, classes are balanced, fighter jest roaring over your head with choppers spraying rockets at them (or you, if you're in bad luck), the sounds of the battlefield, the visuals... all contribute to an incredible online experience flawed by few technical issues and that campaign.

    I know it doesn't look like on a high-end PC platform, but hey... who can spend ~900 bucks on his gaming rig to enjoy all of that beauty? Not me.
    I prefer steady (well mostly) 30 fps on the console, pad in my hand (well except aming with the stick) and beer on the side :)

    A must buy for all BF fans and people who prefer a bit more serious online play.    … Expand
  89. Dynite
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Fantastic game. Technically brilliant and the gameplay is great and refined as you would expect with Battlefield. Battlefield is a thinker's game. It allow tactics and strategdy as well as all out infantry and vehicular warfare. You can play it your way, be it sniping/recon; blowing up and repairing vehicles as an engineer; reviving teammates as a medic, or supplying ammo and suppressingFantastic game. Technically brilliant and the gameplay is great and refined as you would expect with Battlefield. Battlefield is a thinker's game. It allow tactics and strategdy as well as all out infantry and vehicular warfare. You can play it your way, be it sniping/recon; blowing up and repairing vehicles as an engineer; reviving teammates as a medic, or supplying ammo and suppressing fire as a support class. In addition, there are a plethora of drivable vegicles from jeeps to tanks to planes to helicopters to remotale control drones and bots. The maps are both large scale epic warfare and small scale urban combat. Battlefield 3 is the culmination of all of the battlefield games up to this point. There is also destruction for the first time outside of the "bad company" series of battlefield games which is a great addition to the franchise and adds both realism and tactical play.… Expand
  90. CosmicDeath
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Really awesome game. Everything about this game is amazing. The campaign, while short, had an interesting story and was pretty realistic. I was into it. Co-op is fun because you get to unlock new weapons for use in multiplayer. Multiplayer itself looks and sounds amazing. The graphics are beautiful, the maps look fantastic. Heck, even the guns and character models look great. Every singleReally awesome game. Everything about this game is amazing. The campaign, while short, had an interesting story and was pretty realistic. I was into it. Co-op is fun because you get to unlock new weapons for use in multiplayer. Multiplayer itself looks and sounds amazing. The graphics are beautiful, the maps look fantastic. Heck, even the guns and character models look great. Every single explosion and gunshot in this game makes it seem like you're actually there on the battlefield. Buy this game.… Expand
  91. HofmanT
    Nov 7, 2011
    7
    Battlefield 3, oh Battlefield 3. One of the most anticipated games of 2011, with the ultimate goal of killing the popular Call of Duty series. Did DICE achieve that goal? I don't think they did. Sure, the multiplayer is incredibly awesome and addicting, but the Campaign and Co-op just really ruin the overall game. I'm not even sure why DICE even bothered to waste their time with addingBattlefield 3, oh Battlefield 3. One of the most anticipated games of 2011, with the ultimate goal of killing the popular Call of Duty series. Did DICE achieve that goal? I don't think they did. Sure, the multiplayer is incredibly awesome and addicting, but the Campaign and Co-op just really ruin the overall game. I'm not even sure why DICE even bothered to waste their time with adding that stuff in, they're not story tellers. The Campaign is extremely boring, and is a chore to play. I don't even know if I'll ever finish it, because it's not even worth finishing. DICE's attempt at making an enjoyable Co-op experience failed. It's not quite as boring as the campaign, but still bad enough to make me not even complete the last two missions I haven't played yet. So by now you may be wondering why I didn't give this game a 1 or 2. The reason why is because 1.) The game is one of the best looking and sounding on a console. 2.) It's gameplay is super smooth and awesome. And 3.) The game's multiplayer is one of the best experiences I've played in a long, long time. It's definitely lived up to my expectations, and is the ONLY thing keeping this game afloat. I find it 10x more fun then Call of Duty's repetitive multiplayer. DICE couldn't of done a better job with it, and that is the sole reason why this game gets a positive score from me. If you're looking for a game with an incredible multiplayer, BUY THIS GAME. Just don't touch the second disk (Campaign). I hope this review helped those of you who are still thinking about buying this game.… Expand
  92. barroi
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    The best game I ever played, not perfect but the best. Some cheats ruin it and some of the level design could be better but I am hoping these will be improved as the updates and map packs roll out. I am writing this before the release of MW3 so as it stands this is the daddy.
  93. Hinin
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    Great shooter, indeed. Even the singleplayer was good. Minor bugs and **** here and there, but easily the best console shooter ever. When dice kills the bugs and problems, the game will be 10/10. No **** of doody for me. ;) Not anymore, not ever.
  94. xxAntag0nisTxx
    Nov 7, 2011
    4
    Single Player- definitely not worth the space on the disk. Uninspired, short and not engaging. If you want to buy this game for single player, just rent it and you will be glad you made that choice. Very little replay value.

    Multiplayer- the main thing for me is that the maps feel like they were designed for big 64 player PC battles. On XBox it feels a little slow and uninspiring    Single Player- definitely not worth the space on the disk. Uninspired, short and not engaging. If you want to buy this game for single player, just rent it and you will be glad you made that choice. Very little replay value.

    Multiplayer- the main thing for me is that the maps feel like they were designed for big 64 player PC battles. On XBox it feels a little slow and uninspiring with so few players per map. Player movement is also slightly sluggish- with less customisation, the inability to leave a table at the end of the match and some early server issues proving to be frustrating. For BFBC2 fans, expect less destructibility and (IMO) graphics too..

    Multiplayer can still be fun, however it just doesn't seem like it has a lot of long term appeal.

    All in all I would recommend to hire before you buy, and also to try the PC version in lieu of the console version(s).    … Expand
  95. ronswanson
    Nov 6, 2011
    7
    This is quite a poor effort from Dice / EA, a franchise low for Battlefield. I have been a battlefield fan since 2 and I thoroughly enjoyed 2142, Modern Combat and Bad Company series. Having said that, I admit that I prefer the fast paced, individualistic multiplayer of COD games. But I am not reviewing this game from the point of a COD fanboy, just some one who enjoys both series. I amThis is quite a poor effort from Dice / EA, a franchise low for Battlefield. I have been a battlefield fan since 2 and I thoroughly enjoyed 2142, Modern Combat and Bad Company series. Having said that, I admit that I prefer the fast paced, individualistic multiplayer of COD games. But I am not reviewing this game from the point of a COD fanboy, just some one who enjoys both series. I am also going to talk about the graphics everybody knows its a great looking game. Firstly, I must address the campaign, which is the most lifeless and linear modern war shooter I have ever played. If you expect ''battlefields'' look elsewhere as levels are progressed via a very restrictive follow the leader type design, there is no room for dynamic action or combat scenarios. The level openers and enders may have a few cool scripted sequences and set pieces, (none lasting longer than 10 seconds) but the actual gameplay is void of anything exciting and engaging. Speaking of set pieces, I feel this just doesn't compare to the way games like Uncharted and Gears of War incorporate set pieces into the gameplay. Its not just something to look at in the background, but there are entire 10 minute levels in those games that compete with the biggest most impressive set pieces seen in blockbuster movies. 4/10 for SP.

    The multiplayer portion of the game is designed better and more faithful the to title. If you enjoyed Battlefield 2, you will feel right at home with this game, its very similar in design, modes and map design. The main new featured are jets, disabling vehicles which that the turrets will work even if the wheels wont, more sophisticated and realistic lighting and enhanced squad abilities. The main drawback however, are the maps, especially the larger ones, which are more barren,less vertical and feature less destruction, which means matches especially on conquest game modes are slower than usual. This means firefights are never quite as fun as they could be. Overall, its great but not much of a sequel to Battlefield 2 or even Bad Comany 2. 8/10 for MP.    … Expand
  96. adcoy
    Nov 6, 2011
    9
    This is a fantastic multiplayer game. I have way more fun with this then I have with Black Ops. I've played all of the COD games back to COD 2 and I love them. This is a different experience and well worth trying if you love multiplayer FPS games. Give it a shot. It is absolutely fantastic.
  97. Beefypythons
    Nov 5, 2011
    9
    I am neither a COD or BF fan boy, loved BF2 on the PC, but in more recent times have invested a good few hours in MW1 and 2. The multi-player side of BF3 is superb, it is a highly realistic and very addictive game!! As many people have said the games are very different, and I think it is pointless to compare them. But if I had to, then In my opinion if MW3 is similar to its predecessorsI am neither a COD or BF fan boy, loved BF2 on the PC, but in more recent times have invested a good few hours in MW1 and 2. The multi-player side of BF3 is superb, it is a highly realistic and very addictive game!! As many people have said the games are very different, and I think it is pointless to compare them. But if I had to, then In my opinion if MW3 is similar to its predecessors then BF3 has the edge. This is purely based on the variety of gameplay at your disposal, whether it be flying a jet, driving a tank or being a soldier each experience is completely different. I would recommend this game to anyone who enjoys Multi-player FPS, it's a breath of fresh air! Having said that SP isn't worth your time, so don't buy just for that. And EA servers are notoriously dodgy.

    So to summarise, unrivalled multi-player, realistic graphics and sound and extremely addictive and fun.
    But crap single player, and usual dodgy EA reliability. The flaws can't hide the diamond underneath though. 9/10    … Expand
  98. TensLtLloyd
    Nov 5, 2011
    9
    The first week problems were expected, but the second week, they had fixed most of the known problems. I enjoy Call of duty and battlefield, but battlefield pushes the boundaries out further than they already have. the graphics, Incredible. the Multiplayer, unbelievably addictive and fun. overall an amazing game. Do not let the reviews throw you off.
  99. dottowiggle
    Nov 5, 2011
    10
    After one week this game is still growing. Either you love it or hate it. But to score it a 0 is retarded at best. And disrespectful to all the staff at Dice who worked their balls off on this title. There is no console shooter that dares to go where BF3 goes.
  100. amnix
    Nov 4, 2011
    4
    Overhyped, unpolished & unreliable servers provided by EA/DICE.

    I really wanted this game to be good. After playing the BETA, I still kept my preorder, because I had faith that the developers would listen to us. But, as with BC2 & MoH, it was a let down, BF3 even more so. I do not buy BF games for their single player, so I did not care for it and does not affect my rating. As with    Overhyped, unpolished & unreliable servers provided by EA/DICE.

    I really wanted this game to be good. After playing the BETA, I still kept my preorder, because I had faith that the developers would listen to us.

    But, as with BC2 & MoH, it was a let down, BF3 even more so.

    I do not buy BF games for their single player, so I did not care for it and does not affect my rating.

    As with every major BF release there have been many problems with the servers, to a point where the game is unplayable.

    BF3 still feels unpolished, and there are numerous bugs that I could write a novel about.

    Bottom line is, this game tries to cater for a broader audience and in the process alienating the core fans, people who play their games for years after the release.

    Extremely disappointed. But maybe, just maybe, with a couple patches this 4 could turn into an 7.    … Expand
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#30 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 57
  3. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. Gaming Nexus
    Feb 25, 2012
    91
    If you're looking for a great single player campaign you're out of luck, rent BF3 or pick it up in the bargain bin. If you're looking for the best online multiplayer action then BF3 is your game hands down.
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  2. GamingTrend
    Jan 24, 2012
    90
    While Battlefield 3 was aiming to be the biggest name this holiday season, and while it has made strides towards knocking off Modern Warfare 3, it misses the mark. That's not to say it is a bad game, it's a very good one, but the polish and excitement that is found on the Call of Duty series feels missing here. Still, there are much worse games you could end up with this holiday season, and the competition between the two series should heat up significantly in the next few years.
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  3. Console Monster
    Jan 3, 2012
    90
    This experience alone sums up what Battlefield 3 is about. It isn't a John Rambo run and gun shooter and it shouldn't really be compared to MW3 in terms of how you play it. For players to truly understand the Battlefield experience you need to embrace the teamwork by joining a squad and calling out your spotted enemies, as after all, sometimes you also need your back covered too.
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